ANNOUNCING THE 8TH ANNUAL GENEALOGY CONFERENCE AND CRUISE
The largest family history conference on the seas.
COLUMBIA, MARYLAND -- 5 February 2012 -- Wholly Genes, Inc. announces
the 2012 Genealogy Conference and Cruise, September 16-23, 2012, to
Alaska’s Inside Passage. This annual conference has a reputation for
offering lectures by some of the most respected genealogists in the
country on topics that are relevant to all researchers, including
methodology, standards, repositories, record types, research aids, and
technology. With expert presentations aboard a cruise ship plus exciting
ports of call, this event offers a major educational opportunity and a
unique vacation experience – all at a price that rivals a typical
national conference or vacation alone.
This year’s conference offers some of the most sought-after speakers on genealogy and technology topics, including:Thomas W. Jones, Ph.D., CG, CGL, FASG, FUGA, FNGS:
Co-Editor of the NGS Quarterly, past President of the Genealogical
Speaker’s Guild (GSG), and expert on research in Ireland and East Coast
States, especially Georgia and Virginia.J. Mark Lowe, CG:
Past president of the Association of Professional Genealogists (APG)
and the Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS), past Vice-President
of the Genealogical Speaker’s Guild (GSG), and expert in land records,
migration, court records, and church records (Baptists, Methodists, and
Moravians).Debra S. Mieszala, CG: Certified genealogist and expert in forensic genealogy and research in Midwest States, especially Illinois.Paul Milner, M.Div.:Professional genealogist and expert in British Isles research, migration, and Lutheran records.Craig Scott, MA, CG: Expert in military records, Federal records, Government publications, Scottish records, Quaker records, and book publishing.Thomas MacEntee: Expert in using technology and social media for genealogical research.
Although the host company, Wholly Genes, Inc., makes family history
software, the 17+ hours of genealogical lectures are completely software-neutral
and relevant to all researchers. (Non-competing lecture time is set
aside for users of The Master Genealogist (TMG) who want to learn how to
make the best use of that software's features and companion products.)
Classroom lectures represent only part of the appeal of this annual
conference. One of its most popular features is the opportunity for
attendees to meet one-on-one or in small groups with the speakers in
order to get expert advice about their specific research challenges.
“In addition,” said Bob Velke, President of Wholly Genes, Inc., “group
discussions, cocktail parties, and other events make the conference a
great place to learn new research skills while making new friends who
have similar research interests.”
The conference will be held on the luxurious Star Princess traveling
roundtrip from Seattle, Washington, with visits to Ketchikan, Juneau,
and Skagway, Alaska, and a brief stop in Victoria, British Columbia.
Unlike many traditional conferences, none of the presentation times
overlap, so conference-goers won't have to make difficult choices and
miss some lectures. The schedule also avoids conflicts with “scenic
cruising time” as the ship sails through Tracy Arm Fjord and between the
twin Sawyer glaciers.
“The cruise ship includes plenty of things for spouses or traveling
companions to do while the family researcher is attending the lectures,”
said Velke, “but families and friends can share meals and have
memorable vacation experiences together while the ship is at port.”
Prices start at just $979 per person, including the cost of the cruise,
food, shipboard entertainment, and attendance at all conference events. A
roommate-finding service is also available for those who need it.
Complete details can be found at www.WhollyGenes.com/cruise.htm.About the company:
Wholly Genes Software is a privately held corporation founded in 1993
with the goal of providing professional-caliber software tools to family
historians. Its flagship product, The Master Genealogist, is among the
highest rated family history project managers and is in use in more than
30 countries around the world.